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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairns from £1,231

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Qantas Airways Logo
22:00 - 11:15
EDI
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CNS
28h 15m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:45 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
46h 20m
2 stops
£1,231Qantas Airways
Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
22:00 - 08:30
EDI
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CNS
49h 30m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
47h 05m
2 stops
£1,244Qantas Airways
Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 19:30
EDI
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CNS
36h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
42h 05m
3 stops
£1,280Multiple Airlines
Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 11:50
EDI
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CNS
52h 50m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
40h 30m
2 stops
£1,292Emirates
Wed, 20 May - Sun, 24 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:55 - 22:40
EDI
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CNS
29h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 15:05
CNS
-
EDI
37h 05m
3 stops
£1,313Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 16:10
EDI
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CNS
33h 10m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 - 20:05
CNS
-
EDI
40h 55m
3 stops
£1,405Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 20:50
EDI
-
CNS
66h 55m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:00 - 09:40
CNS
-
EDI
52h 40m
3 stops
£1,428Multiple Airlines
Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 15:55
EDI
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CNS
45h 55m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
16:35 - 07:20
CNS
-
EDI
47h 45m
3 stops
£2,528Air Canada
Wed, 20 May - Sun, 24 May
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 15:55
EDI
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CNS
45h 55m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
16:35 - 07:20
CNS
-
EDI
47h 45m
3 stops
£2,529Air Canada
Wed, 20 May - Sun, 24 May
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 15:55
EDI
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CNS
45h 55m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
16:35 - 07:20
CNS
-
EDI
47h 45m
3 stops
£2,829Air Canada
Wed, 20 May - Sun, 24 May

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Qantas Airways flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
4 Jun
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 15m
2 stops
CNS11:15Cairns
11 Jun
CNS06:45Cairns
46h 20m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,231
Qantas Airways
2 Jun
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
49h 30m
2 stops
CNS08:30Cairns
9 Jun
CNS06:00Cairns
47h 05m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,244
Qantas Airways
30 Sept
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 40m
2 stops
CNS13:40Cairns
16 Oct
CNS17:40Cairns
35h 25m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£6,673

Emirates flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
20 May
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
52h 50m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
24 May
CNS12:35Cairns
40h 30m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,292
Emirates
6 Jun
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 35m
2 stops
CNS17:35Cairns
13 Jun
CNS06:00Cairns
47h 05m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,342

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 22 April 2026.
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EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

22:00-11:15

2 stops28h 15m

Cairns

Thu 11/6

06:45-20:05

2 stops46h 20m

£1,231

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/6

22:00-08:30

2 stops49h 30m

Cairns

Tue 9/6

06:00-20:05

2 stops47h 05m

£1,244

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

22:00-19:30

2 stops36h 30m

Cairns

Thu 11/6

11:00-20:05

3 stops42h 05m

£1,280

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/5

22:00-11:50

2 stops52h 50m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

12:35-20:05

2 stops40h 30m

£1,292
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/6

07:55-22:40

2 stops29h 45m

Cairns

Tue 9/6

11:00-15:05

3 stops37h 05m

£1,313

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 2/6

22:00-16:10

3 stops33h 10m

Cairns

Tue 9/6

12:10-20:05

3 stops40h 55m

£1,405

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

16:55-20:50

3 stops66h 55m

Cairns

Thu 11/6

14:00-09:40

3 stops52h 40m

£1,428

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/5

09:00-15:55

3 stops45h 55m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

16:35-07:20

3 stops47h 45m

£2,528

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/5

09:00-15:55

3 stops45h 55m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

16:35-07:20

3 stops47h 45m

£2,529

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/5

09:00-15:55

3 stops45h 55m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

16:35-07:20

3 stops47h 45m

£2,829

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Fastest flight time

28h 15m

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The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cairns takes 28h 15m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Cairns

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns is 9282.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 28h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Edinburgh to Cairns?

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6.8
7,939 reviews
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